Over the coming decades, could we see a fundamental change in the way in which aircraft are constructed? NASA and the United States Air Force, in cooperation with Boeing, have unveiled a prototype they are calling the X-66A, an...
Review: Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht (Suite)
We chose the Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht for our night in Amsterdam and used points to upgrade to a large suite. This hotel has not changed much from my first stay nearly six years ago, and that is a very...
Ryanair Apologizes After Flight Attendant Repeatedly Refers To Israel As “Palestine”
Ryanair calls it an innocent mistake, but a flight attendant who repeatedly referred to Israel as “Palestine” on a flight to Tel Aviv was unlikely simply confused as to the name of the nation. Ryanair Apologizes After Flight Attendant...
Flying Business Class Is Not A Lesson In Feminism
Yesterday, I wrote about the man who flew business class and left his wife and kids in the rear of the plane. He said it was to work. Today, I want to discuss the woman who flies in business...
Report: United Airlines Offers Pilots “Richest Labor Deal” In History
United Airlines has reportedly offered its pilots the “richest” labor deal in history according to CEO Scott Kirby, a deal worth $8 billion, but pilots note there is still a wide gap between the two sides. United Airlines Proposes...
New JetBlue Livery Is Unnecessary
JetBlue finds itself in a bit of a crisis. Its partnership with American Airlines is in legal jeopardy and its merger with Spirit Airlines might also go up in flames. The answer, however, is not to start repainting airplanes,...
Why I Took My Young Children To The Anne Frank House In Amsterdam And How We Discussed It
While not wanting to shatter the “innocence” of youth, I took my kids to the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam where we confronted evil head-on. The life of Anne Frank is not a pleasant topic for a six-year-old, but...
How A Wife Exacted Revenge On Her Husband Who Flew First Class So He Could “Work” But Chatted Up His Female Seatmate Instead
“Oh honey, I’m sorry you have to fly in economy class today with the kids while I fly in first class…I have to work.” Yeah, that’s rarely going to end well…especially when the husband chose to sip whiskey and...
Lionel Messi Detained In China Over Visa Snafu
Argentine footballer Lionel Messi was detained by Chinese officials in Beijing after arriving in the People’s Republic of China without a valid visa in his passport. His excuses were two-fold: he grabbed the wrong passport and wrly smirked, “Is...
When You Send Racist Text Messages On An Airplane, Expect Your Seatmate To Notice
Is there no privacy anymore? Not on an airplane in economy class when you are sending racist text messages about your seatmate in full view of her on a Delta fight to Atlanta… Racist Text Messages On Delta Flight…About...
Bratty Kid Draws All Over Airplane With Her Marker. This Is Not Okay.
As the father of two, I have a great deal of experience with markers on walls, floors, clothes, and just about everything else. Even in an act of desperation on a longhaul flight, it is not okay to let...
Review: KLM Embraer 190 Economy Class Zurich – Amsterdam
To begin our journey home, we flew from Zurich to Amsterdam onboard a KLM Embraer 190 in economy class. The flight was smooth, though we faced a bit of stress upon arrival after a departure delay. KLM Embraer 190...
Review: Marhaba Lounge Zurich (ZRH)
I always think of Dubai when I think of a Marhaba Lounge, but Zurich Airport has one too, and it is part of the Priority Pass network. Marhaba Lounge Zurich Review (ZRH) We did not leave much time, but...
Emergency Slide Deploys INSIDE Cabin On Delta 767-300
After a mechanical issue forced a Delta Air Lines Boeing 767-300 to divert to Salt Lake City, the emergency exit slide was inadvertently deployed inside the cabin, striking a flight attendant like an airbag. After Delta Air Lines 767-300...
Brittney Griner Heckled At DFW Airport
WNBA star and freed Russian prisoner Brittney Griner was heckled while catching a flight at Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW). While it is fair to question the terms of her release, heckling someone with gratuitous insults is not okay. Brittney Griner...
Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport – Always Convenient, Perfect For Families
I’ve extensively reviewed the Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport twice, including recently, and will not do so again here. However, this remains my go-to hotel in Zurich and continues to nicely blend luxury, affordability, and convenience. Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport...
A Visit To Kunsthaus Zürich With The Kids
I enjoyed Kunsthaus Zürich so much last year that I decided to bring back my entire family…but how did a six-year-old and two-year-old do at fine art museum? Surprisingly well. I recommend it. Kunsthaus Zürich – Good For Kids?...
Crispy French Fries On An Airplane Are Possible – Well Done, United Airlines!
Last month, I reviewed a new dish on United Airlines served in domestic first class that includes a cheeseburger and French Fries. I applauded the effort but lamented how soggy the French Fries were. Well, I tried the dish...
The Death Of A Notorious Blog Reader
Regular readers of Live And Let’s Fly may have noticed a prominent voice in the comments section has been absent for the last several weeks. That is because he killed himself. His death is a sad testament of the...
Bad News: Bipartisan Bill Would Allow Airlines To Obscure Ticket Pricing
More transparency does not mean misleading consumers over the final price of an airline ticket. A bipartisan proposal in Congress to relax all-in pricing rules for airline tickets would undermine transparency and needlessly confuse consumers. Congress Proposes Change That...
